Understanding Amblyopia

Amblyopia, also known as lazy eye, refers to reduced vision that occurs in one eye. This occurs when one eye wanders, and the two eyes don't work in tandem for optimal vision. If you believe you or your child has amblyopia, you need to see our eye doctors for confirmation and effective treatment. Our professional staff at Eye Site in Katy and Houston (Memorial) are here to help you manage amblyopia.

How Ambylopia Is Different from Other Eye Conditions

Many eye conditions aren't noticeable to others, but amblyopia is one of the exceptions. It is apparent to those you encounter, making people suffering from the condition more self-conscious. Understand that amblyopia can happen to anyone and that or team is here to help.

Symptoms of Amblyopia

If you have an eye that wanders, this is the biggest symptom of amblyopia. You may also find that you tilt your head a lot to see well. Patients often have to close an eye or squint to see better. Your vision may be blurry, or you may experience double vision. Having bad depth perception is another common sign of amblyopia. You are also likely to have abnormal results from your vision tests.

Treatments for Amblyopia

There are eye medications that can be used to blur the good eye so that you have to rely more on the weak eye. This helps strengthen the affected eye for better performance. In addition, certain prescription glasses can help to improve your vision and strengthen the weak eye. You may also be given specific eye exercises to do that will strengthen the muscles of the eyes. If necessary, we can also recommend surgical procedures to properly realign the eye.

Contact Us for Amblyopia Treatment from Our Eye Doctors in Katy and Houston, TX

To determine whether you or your child have amblyopia, contact us at Eye Site for an appointment with our optometrists. Our team is dedicated to providing our patients in the Katy and Houston area with the eye care they need for optimal vision. Contact our office nearest you to learn more about how we can support you and your family's eye care.